PURPOSES : This study investigated an appropriate saw-cut time frame for jointed concrete pavements. Rectangular slabs (400–500 × 500 × 150 mm) were prepared for saw-cutting tests, and experimental specimens were made using different mixes (type I cement, slag, Fly ash, high early strength cement, etc.) and temperature curing conditions (10, 20, and 25 ℃ as well as variable field conditions). METHODS : A prototype saw-cut device was manufactured to avoid unwarranted joint cutting using uncontrolled saw-cut equipment. The setting times were determined using Proctor penetration resistance (PR) and Ultrasonic pulse velocity (UPV) tests. The setting times were converted to setting maturities. To link the setting time of the concrete with the initiation time for saw cutting, successive parallel cuts were performed on the rectangular slabs for all mixes. A series of saw-cutting attempts were made between the final setting time and the time when the raveling index (denoted by R) exceeded a value of 2. Reconstructed images of the saw-cut segments were then analyzed using ImageJ, which is a commonly used, open-source software tool. RESULTS : Considering the PR and UPV settings, the final setting of the PR test was adopted as the basis for the correlation curve. The saw-cutting maturity at R = 2 was correlated with the setting maturity of each mix and curing condition. CONCLUSIONS : The relationship between the saw-cutting maturity and setting maturity was represented by a lower limit line, based on the test results of this study. The coefficient of determination (R2) for the test was 0.74, indicating that the proposed PR test at the final setting and image-based techniques provided an optimal method by which to determine the saw-cut initiation time. Another upper limit line can be introduced by using the HYPERPAV software tool for any concrete mix under diverse curing conditions..

Rock discontinuities in underground rock behave as weak planes and affect the safety of underground structures, such as high-level radioactive waste disposal and underground research facilities. In particular, rock discontinuities can be a main flow path of groundwater and induce large deformation caused by stress disturbance or earthquakes. Therefore, it is essential to investigate the characteristics of rock discontinuities considering in-situ conditions when constructing highlevel radioactive waste disposal, which needs to assure the long-term safety of the structure. We prepared Hwang-Deung granite rock block specimens, including a saw-cut rock surface, to perform multi-stage direct shear tests as a preliminary study. In the multi-stage direct shear tests, we can exclude possible errors induced by different specimens for obtaining a full failure envelope by using an identical specimen. We applied the initial normal stress of 3 MPa on the specimen and increased the normal stress to 5 and 10 MPa step by step after peak shear stress observation. We obtained the mechanical properties of saw-cut rock surfaces from the experiments, including friction coefficient and cohesion. Additionally, we investigated the effect of filling material between rock discontinuities, assuming the erosion and piping phenomenon in the buffer material of the engineering barrier system. When the filling material existed in the rock surfaces, the shear characteristics deteriorated, and the effect of bentonite was dominant on the shear behavior.

FT-IR, GC/MS, and ATR-FT-IR analyses were performed to confirm the physicochemical characteristics of saw palmetto fruit (SPF) extract. FT-IR analysis of the standard product showed that the band corresponding to the carbonyl bond of free fatty acid was stronger than the band of acyl-glyceride. Sample E was identified as having the same trend as the standard sample. Fatty acid composition analysis revealed that the main fatty acids in the standard sample were lauric acid and oleic acid. The content of lauric acid ranged from approximately 30% to 38% in samples B, C, D, and E, while the content of oleic acid ranged from approximately 29% to 34%. The GC/MS analysis confirmed that the standard SPF extract consisted of fatty acids and fatty acid ethyl esters. Sample E demonstrated a similar pattern to the standard samples in terms of oleic acid, lauric acid, and fatty acid esters. ATR-FT-IR analysis indicated that only sample E was predicted to contain 100% saw palmetto extract. Therefore, these study findings can be considered fundamental data for analyzing the physicochemical characteristics of the composition of SPF extract.

Due to the environmental regulations of the International Maritime Organization (IMO), the number of ships using cryogenic fuel such as LNG (liquefied natural gas) is increasing rapidly, and the demand for eco-friendly ships is expected to grow further in the future. The material of the tank for storing cryogenic fuel such as LNG is limited within the IGC Code, and available materials include 9% nickel steel, Invar (36% nickel steel), Al5083-0, STS304L, and high manganese steel. Recently, 9% nickel steel has been used as a tank in LNG fuel-powered ship projects, and it has excellent thermal/mechanical properties in cryogenic LNG environmental conditions (-163°C). In this study, it is conducted an experimental study on SAW(Submerged Arc welding), which has better welding efficiency than FCAW(Flux Cored Arc Welding), which is mainly used for 9% nickel steel materials. In addition, to verify the reliability of the welded part after the welding test, cross-sectional observation of the welded part was performed and the mechanical properties such as the tensile strength and cryogenic impact strength of the welded part were evaluated.

유기합성 농약의 과다사용은 환경오염, 살충제 저항성 발달, 비표적 생물에 대한 영향 등 부작용의 원인이 되고 있다. 유기합성 농약의 대체약 제로 포유동물에 저독성인 식물기원 물질이 각광을 받게 되었다. 이란 서양가새풀(Achillea millefolium L.) 정유성분의 훈증독성은 국제적 저장작 물 해충인 머리대장가는납작벌레(Oryzaephilus surinamensis L.)의 방제제로 연구된 바 있다. 이 식물 정유의 화학적 성분을 가스크로마트 그래피 (MS)를 이용하여 분석하였다. 살충실험 결과 처리농도에 따라 유의한 살충률을 나타냈다. 처리농도와 살충률 간 양의 상관관계가 있었다. 반치사 농도(LC50)는 17.977 μl/L 이었다. 주요 성분은 1,8-Cineole (13.17%), nerolidol (12.87%), α-cubebene (12.35%), artemisia ketone (6.69%), α-terpineol (5.27%), alloaromadendrene oxide (4.71%) 및 borneol (3.99%) 이었다. 전체 동정된 화합물의 96.35%는 Terpenic 화합물로 monoterpene hydrocarbons (8.19%), monoterpenoids (44.23%), sesquiterpene hydrocarbons (21.69%) 및 sesquiterpenoids (22.24%)를 포함하고 있었다. 본 결과는 terpene이 풍부한 서양가새풀 정유가 머리대장가는납작벌레의 안전한 생물농약으로 고려될 수 있음을 보여주었다.

본 연구개발은 2m 이상 대형 석재에 대한 가공기계 개발에 관한 것으로서, 종전에 강철재 원형톱을 회전시켜 석재를 절단하던 방식을 개선하여 와이어에 공업용 다이아몬드를 장착한 와이어 쏘우를 절단도 구로 채용하였다. 또한 부수장치로 거대 석재를 전후좌우 및 회전이 가능하여 다각도 가공이 가능하도록 턴테이블식 공작물 베드를 설계 및 개발하였다. 한편 대형 석재 가공기계는 대부분 중국산 기계가 수입되어 사용되어지고 있으며, 이로 인한 장비 관리 및 사용에 있어서 여러 가지 불편한 점들이 산재해 있으나 국내 생산 제품이 전무하여 불편함을 감수하면서 어렵게 국내 석재산업을 유지하여 오고 있는 실정이다. 따라서 본 개발을 통해서 국내 석재산업의 활성화를 기대해 본다.

In this research, the inspection system for the concentricity of hole-saws through the image analysis is developed. The hole-saw, made by being rolled manually with bimetals, is the tool to make a hole in the wall. Its quality is definitely depended on the concentricity of hole-saws. However, it is difficult to check its concentricity and make a decision for the quality control without any automatic inspection system. This research made the automatic image analysis program based on the singular value decomposition model with only a webcam. Experimental results and evaluations demonstrate the validity of the proposed methods.

The average injury rate in sawmilling industry for the last 5 years is 4.99%, which means that more than 200 injuries have occurred in that industry every year. Because the first step in risk assessment is the hazard identification, it is very important to know how to define the hazard and nature of harm. We analyzed 643 accident records of three years(2010-2012) and carried out site survey for the same cases. As a result, the most common types of work at the time of injury in sawmilling industry were removing jammed wood 81(12.8%), wood carrying task 52(8.1%), wood cutting 49(7.6%), travelling table log band saw 41(6.4%), maintenance 37(5.8%) etc. In addition, there were statistically significant differences in some analysis factors such as injured body parts, employment size, and handling material among different working places. Therefore, it is concluded that differentiated prevention efforts are necessary in each workplace.

The average injury rate in sawmilling industry for the last 5 years is 4.99%, which means that more than 200 injuries have occurred in that industry every year. Because the first step in risk assessment is the hazard identification, it is very important to know how to define the hazard and nature of harm. We analyzed 643 accident records of three years(2010-2012) and carried out site survey for the same cases. As a result, the most common types of work at the time of injury in sawmilling industry were removing jammed wood 81(12.8%), wood carrying task 52(8.1%), wood cutting 49(7.6%), travelling table log band saw 41(6.4%), maintenance 37(5.8%) etc. In addition, there were statistically significant differences in some analysis factors such as injured body parts, employment size, and handling material among different working places. Therefore, it is concluded that differentiated prevention efforts are necessary in each workplace.

Instruments for surgical and dental application based on oscillatory mechanics submit unwanted vibrations to the surgeon's and dentist's hands. frequently the weight of the instrument's body is increased to dampen its vibration. Because medical devices to contact with human body directly are sterilized before use, conventional damping method and damper are not good for medical use. For dissipation of vibration, based on recent research regarding the optimization of particle damping, we made a prototype particle damper that dissipate the vibration of oscillatory saw and tested for validation of particle damping. As a result we found that particle damper operate more efficiently than solid mass damper if the geometry of the damper is optimized with respect to the specific amplitude of the vibration.

Tool tips of the circular saw for the steel cutting have commonly applied to brazing type welded the saw body to tips. In this case, when the tool tip is required to the exchange, many problems were occurred as the exchange cost is high and its time is long. In this study, to resolve the brazing type circular saw, the insert type circular saw has designed and made. Also, to confirm the performance of new type circular saw, the various experiments were carried out under condition of tip's shape and machining conditions.

PURPOSES : The purpose of this study is to select the proper sealing method and to see the performance of the saw and seal method for concrete rehabilitation based on accelerated pavement testings and lab tests. METHODS : Two accelerated pavement testings were conducted. One is to select proper sealing method of the asphalt joints and the other is to see the performance of the saw and seal method. Lab tests were conducted to select proper sealing method and a test section was constructed to see the field performance. RESULTS : The result of the first accelerated pavement testing indicated that the adhesive preformed sealants showed good performance when asphalt layer was rutted and in terms preventing from water infiltration. The second acceleration test indicated that the saw and seal method using the adhesive preformed sealant showed much better performance than the control. In the lab test bitumen, rubber and epoxy showed good performance as the adhesive. CONCLUSIONS : Saw and Seal method using the adhesive preformed sealant would markedly reduce the joint damage on the asphalt overlay.

이 연구에서는 선행연구의 녹차-목재섬유 복합보드에 부가하여, 목제품 생산 후 발생하는 부산물인 편백나무 톱밥의 효율적인 이용과 건축내장재로의 응용을 목표로 목재섬유와 편백톱밥 및 녹차를 혼합한 복합보드를 제조하여 동적탄성률에 미치는 톱밥 및 녹차 배합비율의 영향 및 동적탄성률로부터 정적 휨강도성능의 예측가능성을 평가하였다. 목재섬유-톱밥-녹차 복합보드의 동적탄성률은 1.41~1.65 GPa의 범위에 있었고, 목재섬유: 톱밥: 녹차의 배합비율 50 : 40 : 10에서 가장 높은 값을 나타내었다. 이 값은 정적 휨 탄성계수의 1.4~1.6배의 높은 값을 나타내었고, 녹차-목재섬유복합보드보다 2.0~2.9배 낮은 값을 나타내었다. 동적탄성률과 정적 휨 강도성능과의 상관회귀에서는 일부 예외를 제외하고 대부분 매우 높은 상관계수가 확인되어, 양단자유 휨 진동에 의한 동적탄성률로부터 정적 휨강도성능의 예측이 비파괴적으로 가능할 것으로 사료된다.

이 연구에서는 선행연구의 녹차-목재섬유 복합보드에 부가하여, 목제품 생산 후 발생하는 부산물인 편백 톱밥의 효율적인 이용과 건축내장재로의 응용을 목표로 목재섬유와 편백톱밥 및 녹차분말을 혼합한 복합보드 를 제조하여 정적 휨강도성능에 영향하는 톱밥 및 녹차의 배합비율의 영향을 조사하였다. 목재섬유-톱밥-녹 차 복합보드의 휨 탄성계수는 0.956~1.18 GPa의 범위에 있었고, 목재섬유 : 톱밥 : 녹차의 배합비율 50 : 40 : 10에서 가장 높은 값을, 50 : 30 : 20에서 가장 낮은 값을 나타내었다. 이 값은 선행연구의 녹차-목재 섬유 복합보드보다 2.0~3.1배 낮은 값을 나타냈다. 목재섬유-톱밥-녹차 복합보드의 휨 강도는 8.99~11.5 MPa의 범위에 있었고, 구성요소의 배합비율에 따른 휨 강도의 변화는 휨 탄성계수와 같은 경향을 나타내었 다. 이 값은 선행연구의 녹차-목재섬유 복합보드보다 1.9~3.5배의 낮은 값을 나타내었고, KS에 규정된 파 티클보드 및 중밀도섬유판의 강도치보다 약간 낮은 값을 나타냈다. 따라서 이 복합보드를 산업화하기 위해 서는 복합보드 구성요소의 배합비율의 조정, 이종재료와의 복합화 및 접착제의 전환 등으로 강도성능을 향 상시킬 필요가 있을 것으로 사료된다.

Saw wires have been widely used in industries to slice silicon (Si) ingots into thin wafers for semiconductor fabrication. This study investigated the microstructural and mechanical properties, such as abrasive wear and tensile properties, of a saw wire sample of 0.84 wt.% carbon steel with a 120 μM diameter. The samples were subjected to heat treatment at different linear velocities of the wire during the patenting process and two different wear tests were performed, 2-body abrasive wear (grinding) and 3-body abrasive wear (rolling wear) tests. With an increasing linear velocity of the wire, the tensile strength and microhardness of the samples increased, whereas the interlamellar spacing in a pearlite structure decreased. The wear properties from the grinding and rolling wear tests exhibited an opposite tendency. The weight loss resulting from grinding was mainly affected by the tensile strength and microhardness, while the diameter loss obtained from rolling wear was affected by elongation or ductility of the samples. This result demonstrates that the wear mechanism in the 3-body wear test is much different from that for the 2-body abrasive wear test. The ultra-high tensile strength of the saw wire produced by the drawing process was attributed to the pearlite microstructure with very small interlamellar spacing as well as the high density of dislocation.

The effects of improved aeration in saw dust bag cultivation on the Lentinula edodes hyphal growth were measured by CO2 concentration within the bags, the hyphal growth and bag weight loss. The aeration of the bags was controlled with 10 kinds of pore sizes of the lid and with pores on one side only or both side on the lid. In the conventional bags with a cotton plug CO2 concentration was 3.83%, the hyphal growth 2.25 ㎜/day and bag weight loss 0.84g, while in the bags with a lid 20.4㎜ diameter pore the CO2 concentration was 4.00%, the hyphal growth 2.68㎜/day and bag weight loss 1.3g. The bag with a lid pored on both top and bottom side was lower in CO2 concentration by 0.50%, higher hyphal growth rate by 0.04 ㎜/day and lower weight loss by 0.26g than the bag with a lid pored bottom side only. We concluded that the most effective lid for bag cultivation of L. edodes was the one with 20.4㎜ pores on both side of the lid.

We have studied methods to save Si source during the fabrication process of crystalline Si solar cells. One way is to use a thin silicon wafer substrate. As the thickness of the wafers is reduced, mechanical fractures of the substrate increase with the mechanical handling of the thin wafers. It is expected that the mechanical fractures lead to a dropping of yield in the solar cell process. In this study, the mechanical properties of 220-micrometer-solar grade Cz p-type monocrystalline Si wafers were investigated by varying saw-damage etching conditions in order to improve the flexural strength of ultra-thin monocrystalline Si solar cells. Potassium hydroxide (KOH) solution and tetramethyl ammonium hydroxide (TMAH) solution were used as etching solutions. Etching processes were operated with a varying of the ratio of KOH and TMAH solutions in different temperature conditions. After saw-damage etching, wafers were cleaned with a modified RCA cleaning method for ten minutes. Each sample was divided into 42 pieces using an automatic dicing saw machine. The surface morphologies were investigated by scanning electron microscopy and 3D optical microscopy. The thickness distribution was measured by micrometer. The strength distribution was measured with a 4-point-bending tester. As a result, TMAH solution at 90˚C showed the best performance for flexural strength.